Major League Baseball postseason News & Breaking Stories

The Los Angeles Dodgers are down 0-2 in the National League Division Series against the Arizona Diamondbacks.

The Atlanta Braves rally for an improbable 5-4 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies to even the NL Division Series.

Former Miss Texas USA, Daniella Rodriguez, and her two sons support her husband Carlos Correa as he plays for the Twins in the ALDS. Correa had an impressive performance in Game 2, leading the Twins to a 6-2 victory against the Astros. Fans are urging Rodriguez to wear Correa's jersey and even suggesting that the Astros sign her kids. The couple got married in 2019 after Carlos proposed to Daniella on the pitch following the Astros' World Series win in 2017.

Texas, Houston, Philadelphia, and Arizona start strong in their Division Series. Justin Verlander pitches a shutout, Yordan Alvarez homers twice.

Dodgers ace Clayton Kershaw suffers a disastrous start in Game 1 of the NL Division Series against the Arizona Diamondbacks.

The Minnesota Twins meet the Houston Astros in Game 1 of the American League Divisional Series on October 7, 2023.

The Baltimore Orioles enter the postseason as underdogs after a remarkable turnaround from a 110-loss season in 2021.

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Miami Marlins face a must-win game against the Philadelphia Phillies to keep their playoff hopes alive. Luis Arraez expresses confidence in team's ability to advance.

Bryce Harper's rebellious play in the MLB playoffs has made him a viral sensation, showcasing his cool and carefree attitude.

Oldest players make an impact in the 2023 MLB Playoffs, with Evan Longoria and Justin Verlander standing out.

The Miami Marlins face the possibility of their magical season ending after losing Game 1 of the wild card series against the Philadelphia Phillies. They must now win back-to-back games to advance, a difficult task as no road team has won a wild card series after losing Game 1 in the best-of-3 format. However, the Marlins have defied the odds all year and will need to improve their offensive approach against the Phillies' Game 2 starter to have a chance.

Arizona Diamondbacks veteran third baseman Evan Longoria made an unbelievable catch during Game 1 of the Wild Card Series, robbing the Milwaukee Brewers of potential runs. Fans praised Longoria for his efforts on social media.

The Toronto Blue Jays lost the first game of their American League wild card series to the Minnesota Twins.

The Minnesota Twins break a 16-year postseason losing streak, finally winning a playoff game since 2004. #TwinsWin #PostseasonSuccess

Texas Rangers secure a 4-0 victory against the Tampa Bay Rays in the Wildcard series with strong pitching and defensive errors.

The Phillies clinch a spot in the postseason for the first time since 2011 with a 3-0 win over the Astros.

Defending champion Houston, Miami Marlins, and Texas Rangers clinched MLB playoff berths, while Arizona and Toronto also secured spots.

Jose Altuve's costly error almost derailed the Houston Astros' postseason hopes, but they are now on the verge of clinching a playoff spot.

Gabe Kapler fired as San Francisco Giants' manager after 4 years, with a disappointing September record leading to playoff elimination.

Terry Francona, the Cleveland Guardians' manager, bid farewell in his final home game with a 4-3 victory against the Cincinnati Reds.

The Philadelphia Eagles will face the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Monday night in a matchup between two undefeated teams.

The New York Jets suffered their 15th consecutive loss to the New England Patriots, with their last win against them in 2015. Zach Wilson and the offense struggled again, and the running game is suffering due to a lack of a consistent passing attack. Wide receiver Garrett Wilson is growing frustrated, while the defense performed well. Special teams player Xavier Gipson was a bright spot.

Aaron Judge shines as a beacon of hope for the struggling New York Yankees despite a disappointing season.

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Shohei Ohtani's season with the Los Angeles Angels may be over as he clears out his locker, sparking speculation.

Boston Red Sox fire Chaim Bloom, ending his tenure as the team's chief baseball officer; Bloom faced antisemitism during his time in Boston.

Max Scherzer's postseason aspirations are on hold as he is ruled out for the rest of the season with an arm injury.

Super Bowl advertisers achieved significant gains in engagement and effectiveness, according to research by EDO. Advertisers spent $3.7bn on ads during the NFL regular season, which had an engagement rate 20% higher than the broadcast primetime average. During the playoffs, advertisers spent $632m, achieving an engagement rate 19% higher than the primetime average. Super Bowl LVII saw advertisers spend $757m, with an engagement rate 221% higher than the primetime average. The NFL had five of the top ten programs for TV advertising effectiveness, with Thanksgiving Day and Thursday Night Football games proving particularly impactful.

Get ready for an exciting NFL season opener between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the Minnesota Vikings. Watch it live on CBS or stream it for free on fuboTV.

The 2023 NFL season kicks off with the Houston Texans facing the Baltimore Ravens. Ravens have high hopes with star quarterback Lamar Jackson and a strong wide-receiving corps. Texans, under a new regime, could be a dark horse with their revamped defense. Tune in to watch the game.

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Dodgers shocked and disappointed after pitcher Julio Urias' arrest for domestic violence; he will likely be placed on administrative leave.

MLB star Ronald Acuña Jr. marries longtime partner before setting MLB record with 30th home run and stealing 60 bases.

The Reds have acquired outfielders Harrison Bader and Hunter Renfroe via waivers to bolster their playoff push, adding veteran players to their young roster. The move allows the Yankees and Angels to shed salary and potentially avoid luxury tax penalties.

Philadelphia Phillies and fans celebrated in August with home runs and come-from-behind wins, highlighted by Bryce Harper hitting his 300th career home run. However, the celebration was dampened as the Los Angeles Angels rallied for three runs in the ninth inning to win 10-8. Despite the loss, the Phillies finished their homestand with a 7-2 record. Harper expressed his happiness with reaching the milestone and hopes for more in the future.

The Los Angeles Angels are placing several players on waivers in an effort to lessen their financial burden after a failed trade deadline.

The New York Yankees have placed center fielder Harrison Bader on waivers, making him available for other teams to claim. Bader is an impending free agent and could be a valuable addition for a playoff contender. The Yankees acquired Bader last year for pitcher Jordan Montgomery, but injuries have limited his playing time. Despite struggling at the plate recently, Bader's defense and speed could make a difference in the playoffs. The Yankees may look to give opportunities to other players, such as Everson Pereira or Jasson Domínguez, in center field.

Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor may be staging a "hold-in" over a contract dispute, according to reports. Taylor has not passed a physical since undergoing surgery in January and could face suspension if he refuses to take another physical. The Colts may insist on a physical and suspend Taylor without pay if he continues to assert that his ankle is not fully healed. The relationship between Taylor and the Colts is strained, and a trade deal could still happen before the Oct. 31 deadline.

The Yankees' decision to trade for Josh Donaldson based on his exit velocity and age backfired as he became their third-worst hitter ever.

Seattle Seahawks legend Richard Sherman threw the ceremonial first pitch at a Mariners game, accompanied by Ken Griffey Jr. The Mariners are now tied for first place in the American League West.

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The Red Sox lose to the Dodgers 7-4 in a three-game series at Fenway Park, falling to 68-61 while the Dodgers improve to 79-48.

The Yankees suffer a heart-breaking loss to the Nationals after blowing a lead in the seventh inning.

The Chicago White Sox have relieved their executive vice president and general manager after 17 years without a playoff series win.

Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones expresses confidence in quarterback Dak Prescott's ability to win a Super Bowl and end the team's championship drought.

Mariners outfielder Julio Rodríguez makes MLB history with 14 hits and 5 steals in a four-game span, boosting team's playoff hopes.

Los Angeles Dodgers retire Fernando Valenzuela's jersey in emotional ceremony before game against Colorado Rockies. Dodgers win 6-1.

Former Toronto Blue Jays player Jose Bautista will be enshrined on the club's Level of Excellence after 10 successful years with the team.

The NFL is expanding its direct-to-consumer offerings by making NFL Network and NFL RedZone available on its streaming service, NFL+. The move comes as part of the league's efforts to reach more fans digitally. NFL Network is available to 51.1 million customers, the most for a network run by a professional league or college conference. NFL RedZone will only be available on the premium tier of NFL+.